Junior/Mid-Level Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Silver Spring, MD seeks a Junior/Mid-Level Associate Attorney to support the family law practice, focusing on contested divorce litigation and related matters.

The candidate should have 2+ years of family law experience and be admitted to the DC, VA, or MD bars. Responsibilities include drafting, research, discovery, and trial preparation, with court appearances for motions and trials. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• JD degree required.
• Bar admission in DC, VA, or MD.
• Minimum 2 years in family law.
• Experience with contested divorce preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and draft discovery documents.
• Prepare written responses and documents for discovery.
• Conduct witness interviews and trial preparation.
• Prepare trial and deposition materials.
• Appear in court for motions hearings and trials.
• Assist with ADR and mediation processes.
• Support the Principal Attorney with client matters.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior/Mid-Level Associate Attorney in Silver Spring, MD. The ideal candidate will support the firm's family law practice, focusing on contested divorce litigation and related matters.

Duties

• Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and draft discovery documents
• Prepare written responses and documents for discovery
• Conduct witness interviews and trial preparation
• Prepare trial and deposition materials
• Appear in court for motions hearings and trials
• Assist with ADR and mediation processes
• Support the Principal Attorney with client matters

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in family law
• Experience with contested divorce litigation preferred
• Admitted to the D.C., VA, or MD Bars
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven problem-solving and creative solution skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required

Certifications

• Bar admission in D.C., VA, or MD

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities

Benefits

• Not specified.